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Time to Implement

3 months

Return on Investment

18 months

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Users consistently praise Microsoft SQL Server for its reliability and ease of use, making it a preferred choice for managing large datasets and integrating with other Microsoft tools. The intuitive interface and robust performance help streamline data management tasks, although some users note that licensing costs can be high, particularly for smaller organizations.

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Verified User in Food & Beverages
UF
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Windows based database server is not a good idea"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

More or less easy to install and administrate, but not so easy for dumbs Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Windows server is not usually stable so I prefer other OS based databases like informix Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Christopher K.
CK
Senior DevOps / Windows Engineer
Internet
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"SQL Server is a trusted platform that is slowly growing into a new data landscape."
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Having worked with SQL server for over a decade, I have come to rely on its simplicity over some database systems, as well as the well established education and support system Microsoft has in place. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

SQL Server is unfortunately slow to adapt to the changing requirements of the IT and data landscapes, lagging behind in high availability and compatibility areas. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Pierce E.
PE
Competition Director
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Great overall"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Easy to learn, easy to administer, scalable, powerful, and continues to improve version over version. Good standard for a business environment, large or small. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

There isn't anything significant to dislike. with SQL Server. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Tyler B.
TB
Software Support Manager and Training Specialist
Information Technology and Services
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores.
"SQL Server Management Studio"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

This application is dynamic. From a basic query writing standpoint, it's simple for those who may be beginners. With that said, it can also be extremely complex depending on experience level. I like that it encompasses simplicity with complex concepts Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

There are occasional hiccups when connecting to DB Instances that are unavoidable for the most part. I would say I think there are better ways to organize the screens to utilize screen real estate. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Internet
AI
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"This is a very fluid database."
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Its compatibility with other products is very extensive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

the licenses are quite expensive and the implementation is somewhat complicated Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Oil & Energy
CO
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Easy to setup and use"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Ease of use and robustness of solution allow for quick deployments Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Various levels of software can make it confusing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in E-Learning
UE
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Gets the job done"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

I can query what I need, easy to find support online Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Interface could use some updating, but functionally no complaints Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Tony A.
TA
Freelance Information Technology Consultant
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Great software for learning SQL"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

The SQL server management helps you understand to write efficient SQL statements. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

There is a lot of features that may take someone years to learn. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Construction
AC
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores.
"Great Experience"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

That I can store and retrieve the data from anywhere as well as compare multiple different data sets. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Nothing as of yet, it has all the features I needed to use efficiently. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Telecommunications
UT
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Microsoft SQL"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Like everything, Microsoft has to release its own version, and this is what SQL Server consists of, another distribution of SQL, with a couple of additions, specific code, among other functionalities. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Specific functionalities that require forced learning Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Pricing Insights

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Time to Implement

3 months

Return on Investment

18 months

Average Discount

14%

Perceived Cost

$$$$$

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